1957 Ford Popular vs. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Popular would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (239 HP) has 213 more horse power than 1957 Ford Popular. (26 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1182 kg more than 1957 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (382 Nm) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Popular. (63 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Popular | 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Popular | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 239 HP |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2920 mm |
